Category: PDJ

Twenty-two years ago, African American pastor Richard Hartley and Japanese vocal teacher Shin Ikesue joined forces to offer gospel music courses in Japanese vocational colleges. The courses were so popular the college now offers a major in gospel music. SUPERNATURAL, a documentary by director Rosylyn Rhee that tells the story of Japanese students connecting with… Read the full article

A Mullen client had this “Director of Operations” position posted online and in newspapers: Position Summary Rehtom Inc. is seeking a Director of Operations for its long-term development department. The primary responsibilities of the director are to provide day-to-day management, leadership and support to up-and-coming development associates. Essential Duties & Job Responsibilities: Oversee the overall day-to-day… Read the full article

Although the Illinois law making same-sex marriage legal won’t officially go into effect until June 1, 2014, 16 Illinois counties (as of today) are already issuing marriage licenses, which is causing some confusion for statewide organizations, such as the Illinois National Guard. In response to a request from Brigadier General Daniel Krumrei (Adjutant General of the Illinois… Read the full article

UMass sophomore Derrick Gordon says he’d been wondering how long it would be before college level sports would see gay players come forward, when he decided, “Why not me?” and became the first openly gay Division 1 basketball player. After coming out to family and teammates—many of whom, he says, already expected it—Gordon told his story to Outsports earlier this… Read the full article

The Texas State Board of Education voted on Wednesday in favor of creating ethnic studies elective courses for the state’s public high schools.

New York City photographer Ashley Kolodner began GAYFACE: 1st Class in 2011 in response to her own experience with gay rights in American society. Since then, the project has been recognized for its intimate look into the LGBT community. “Through these photographs I’m capturing personalities and in that split second of the shutter clicking, I feel one with the… Read the full article

Judge Timothy Black, federal judge for the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio, announced last Friday that he will issue a decision later this month that will strike down part of Ohio’s ban on gay marriage by ordering the state to recognize out-of-state same-sex marriages.

The U.S. Army issued new appearance and grooming regulations this past Monday. Army Regulation 670-1 outlines rules for tattoos, uniforms, and hairstyles—specifically, acceptable hairstyles for black female soldiers. The new rule bans twists, dreadlocks, and multiple braids/cornrows that measure more than a quarter across. Women with these hairstyles have been told to either get rid of them or cover… Read the full article

While Louis Pagan co-founded both Latinos in Social Media (LATISM) and Hispanicize, he was most known for his selflessness and ability to bring out the best in others. After Pagan passed away suddenly in 2013, his friends found a way to carry on his legacy through the Positive Impact Awards. At last year’s inaugural ceremony… Read the full article

By Teresa Fausey At University of the Rockies, business professionals are learning how In today’s business settings, employee engagement is critical to the success of every organization, and to the retention of talented professionals. Building and maintaining a workforce committed to and excited about learning and growth has never been more important—or more valuable—than it… Read the full article